1958 Austin Princess vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 975 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Princess | 626 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |